2004 Alpina Roadster vs. 2004 Mazda Tribute
To start off, both 2004 Alpina Roadster and 2004 Mazda Tribute were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Alpina Roadster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Alpina Roadster (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 2004 Mazda Tribute. (122 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Alpina Roadster should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Alpina Roadster weights approximately 195 kg more than 2004 Mazda Tribute. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Alpina Roadster is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Alpina Roadster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mazda Tribute, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Alpina Roadster (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda Tribute. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Alpina Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Alpina Roadster | 2004 Mazda Tribute | |
Make | Alpina | Mazda |
Model | Roadster | Tribute |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 57 L |